2005 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 98 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |